Machaeranthera (Noun)
Meaning
Wildflowers of western North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Machaeranthera bigelovii, also known as Bigelow's aster, is a daisy-like wildflower that grows predominantly in the desert regions of western North America.
- The delicate white petals of machaeranthera are slightly notched at the tips, giving the wildflower a unique appearance commonly found in the desert landscapes of Arizona and New Mexico.
- During the early summer months, machaeranthera blooms abound in the rolling hills of Oregon's wildflower country.
- Machaeranthera turneri, also known as Turner's aster, is a lesser-known species of machaeranthera that inhabits the grasslands and meadows of British Columbia.
- In the arid regions of California, machaeranthera gracilis is a common sight, its dainty purple flowers swaying gently in the breeze.